Trutta Fund

The Trutta Fund is administered by the Western Colorado Community Foundation, an organization that manages charitable giving and supports a wide range of community needs throughout Western Colorado. The fund was established in honor of the USS Trutta SS 421, a World War II submarine, as a way to honor veterans and provide ongoing support to those who served and their families. Its intent is to give back to veterans in recognition of their sacrifices by investing in nonprofit and community-based organizations that serve this population in Mesa, Delta, and Montrose Counties. The purpose of the Trutta Fund is to support organizations that directly assist veterans and their families. This support may include a range of services such as health and wellness programs, housing support, employment training, counseling, or other resources that benefit veterans in the eligible regions. The fund’s scope is specifically limited to Mesa, Delta, and Montrose Counties in Colorado, meaning that organizations operating outside these areas are not eligible to apply. Eligibility for this funding opportunity is restricted to nonprofit organizations that are recognized as 501(c)(3) charitable entities, public schools, and tax-exempt public service agencies that deliver services within the designated counties. For-profit organizations, individuals, and entities outside the counties are not eligible. Applicants must ensure they fall within one of these categories before submitting an application, as this is a requirement to be considered. The application process for the Trutta Fund opens on May 12, 2025, and remains available through October 31, 2025. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, meaning they are evaluated as they are received rather than waiting until the final deadline. Applicants must submit through the Western Colorado Community Foundation’s online portal, which is the centralized platform for all grant opportunities under its management. It is important that applicants ensure they are applying to the correct funding opportunity, as multiple grants may be open through the same portal. No pre-application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers are indicated for this program. The application closes on October 31, 2025, at which point no further submissions will be accepted. Since applications are reviewed continuously, organizations are encouraged to submit early rather than wait until the closing date. This allows for timely review and potential award consideration within the grant cycle. While there is no explicit mention of the award amount or number of awards expected, applicants should assume that funding is competitive and aligned with the foundation’s priorities of supporting veterans. Contact for the Western Colorado Community Foundation is provided as PO Box 4334, Grand Junction, CO 81502, phone number 970-243-3767. The foundation’s office, known as the Center for Philanthropy, is open from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday. No direct staff contact names or emails are listed for this opportunity, so inquiries would need to be directed through the main office contact information provided.